SEDGEMOOR EASTER BISCUITS
These Easter cakes are from Sedgemoor in Somerset, in the southwest of England. A kind of cross between a scone and shortbread, and liberally studded with currants, they are meant to be nibbled alongside chocolate Easter eggs. And whether they are made at home or bought in a bakery, tradition has it that they should be bundled in threes and tied with ribbon, to represent the Holy Trinity.
Provided by Florence Fabricant
Categories brunch, easy, lunch, dessert
Time 40m
Yield 18 cookies
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Place currants in small bowl, add brandy and set aside. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line baking sheet with parchment.
- Place flours and salt in mixer. Mix briefly on low speed to blend. Dice butter, add to mixer bowl and mix on low speed until blended with flour to make a crumbly mixture. Whisk sugar and spices together and add to mixer. Mix on low. Add egg, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla, currants and brandy, and mix on low just until clumps of dough start to form. Turn dough out on work surface. Knead briefly to smooth.
- Roll out about 3/8-inch thick. Use a 2 1/2-inch-round cutter, preferably fluted, to cut rounds. Reroll scraps. Place rounds on baking sheet. Bake about 25 minutes, until lightly browned. Transfer cookies to a rack. Mix confectioners' sugar with milk and remaining vanilla, and brush on warm cookies. When glaze has set, brush on a second coat. Allow to cool completely. If desired, wrap in packages of three and tie with pastel ribbon.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 142, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams, Carbohydrate 22 grams, Fat 6 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 71 milligrams, Sugar 14 grams, TransFat 0 grams
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sumon zahid
[email protected]These biscuits were a bit dry for my taste. I think I'll try adding some more milk or butter next time.
Nev Thomas
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of biscuits, but these were actually pretty good. They were light and fluffy, and the flavor was just right.
cupcake sweet
[email protected]These biscuits are a great way to use up leftover mashed potatoes. I also like to add some shredded cheese or diced ham to the dough for extra flavor.
Sabrina Short
[email protected]I've made these biscuits several times now and they always turn out perfect. They're the perfect addition to any meal.
s3an Byrne
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe! These biscuits are now a staple in my household. They're so easy to make and everyone loves them.
Mojmul bd
[email protected]Overall, I thought these biscuits were just okay. They weren't bad, but they weren't anything special either.
Sissy Paulino
[email protected]These biscuits were a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I'll try reducing the amount of sugar next time.
Bilaloud5587 Bjougd
[email protected]I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my biscuits turned out dry and crumbly. I followed the recipe exactly, so I'm not sure what happened.
Teddy Bearr
[email protected]These biscuits are a great addition to any Easter brunch or dinner. They're also perfect for a quick and easy snack.
Tina Downes
[email protected]I was pleasantly surprised by how flavorful these biscuits were. I thought they would be bland, but they were actually quite tasty.
Glory Josiah
[email protected]These biscuits are a great way to use up leftover mashed potatoes. They're also a fun and easy recipe to make with kids.
Shjad Afgan
[email protected]I'm not a baker, but these biscuits came out great! I followed the recipe exactly and they were perfect.
manisha magar
[email protected]These biscuits were a hit with my family! They were so easy to make and turned out perfectly golden and delicious.